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Relief depicting a Pharaoh Ramses II before gods Amun, Munt
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Relief depicting a Pharaoh Ramses II before gods Amun, Munt
Relief depicting a Pharaoh Ramses II before gods Amun, Munt and Khonsu. Detail. Ramesseum. 13th century. Nineteen dynasty. New Kingdom. Necropolis of Thebes. Valley of the kings. Egypt
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13th Amon Amun Archeological Archeology Atef Disk Dynasty Gods Khonsu Kneeling Knees Mortuary Mythological Mythology Necropolis Perspective Pharaoh Rameses Ramesses Ramesseum Ramses Scepter Seat Theban Munt
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This relief print showcases Pharaoh Ramses II in an awe-inspiring moment of reverence before the gods Amun, Munt, and Khonsu. Dated to the 13th century during the Nineteenth Dynasty of Egypt's New Kingdom, this masterpiece was discovered in the Ramesseum, located in the Necropolis of Thebes, specifically in the Valley of the Kings. Ramses II, a renowned pharaoh of the great Egyptian Empire, is depicted in this relief with an imposing presence. He is seated on a throne, his knees touching the ground in a sign of deep respect. The gods Amun, Munt, and Khonsu are shown in their mythological forms, each bestowing their blessings upon the Pharaoh. Amun, the king of the gods, is depicted with the ram's horns and the feathered headdress, while Munt, the goddess of motherhood and fertility, is shown with a disk and a cow's head. Khonsu, the god of the moon, is represented with a moon disk on his head. The Pharaoh is adorned with the traditional Egyptian regalia, including the Atet crown and the scepter. The relief's intricate details and lifelike depiction of the figures convey the religious significance of this artwork. The gods' divine presence is emphasized through their larger-than-life proportions and the use of perspective, creating a sense of grandeur and otherworldliness. This relief serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and the intricate religious practices of ancient Egypt. It provides a glimpse into the mythological beliefs and the deep connection between the Pharaoh and the gods, which played a crucial role in the Egyptian civilization.
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